Warning issued over cough syrup
 Canadian Press
Sunday, March 13, 2005

OTTAWA -- Health Canada is advising consumers across Canada not to use
specific brands of a generic cough syrup that could possibly result in
seizures for children under three years of age.

Light-headedness, fatigue and slurred speech are other possible side
effects of Cough Syrup DM marked DIN 02015781, with lot numbers starting
with 2J29 and 3J29.

The product may contain twice the amount of dextromethorphan (DM) stated
on the label.

At the request of Health Canada, the product is being recalled by the
manufacturer, Jamp Pharmaceutical Corp. of Langley, B.C.

Cough Syrup DM is packaged in 100mL and 250mL plastic bottles is
distributed to retailers across Canada and sold under the following
brand names:  People First, PharmaChoice, Procurity Encounter, ARP
Preferred, Medicine Centre, United Pharmacy and Western Family.

People should return this product to the pharmacy. Those concerned about
their health after consuming this product are advised to seek medical
assistance.

C The Canadian Press 2005